Yes, that’s our very own Matt Hasselbeck wearing No. 11 and under center for the Green Bay Packers. Maybe lightning will strike twice with hopefully this time, our new QB, Charlie Whitehurst, hoisting a Lombardi.
I wrote this after the Whitehurst trade but was tired of talking trade, but thought I'd post it now to further clarify any confusion and highlight the similarities.
1. Timing of the trade
Mike Holmgren worked the deal with Green Bay for Matt less than two months prior to the 2001 draft.
Pete Carroll worked the deal with San Diego for Charlie less than two months prior to the 2010 draft.
2. Quality of mentorship
Matt Hasselbeck not only was coached by a quality offensive mind in Mike Holmgren, but was mentored in his short Green Bay tenure by future HOF QB ...
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Will Lightning Strike Twice for Seattle Seahawks at QB Position ?
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